Variety
Assyrtiko 100%
Vintage
2022
Type
Dry White
Appellation
PDO Santorini
Vinayard
Selected blocks spread over the island
Age of Vines
60+ years
Harvest
Handpicked, strict grape sorting
Vegan certified
Yes
Alcohol by Volume
14.2%
Total Acidity
5.9 gr/lt
Residual Sugars
2.5 gr/lt
Active Acidity (pH)
3.23
WinemakingRigorous grape sorting by hand on conveyor belt. Whole bunch gentle yet long pressing. Fermentation takes place in a combination of stainless steel tank and French oak barrels* of 225 and 500 lt. The barrel-fermented wine stays in contact with the lees for 8 months with gentle stirring when necessary, during the first couple of months. ( * Barrels: 10% new (light toast) – 90% 2nd and 3rd use )
Tasting NoteComplex nose with aromas of citrus zest -orange and lemon-, as well as honey, tropical fruits, and vanilla. Harmoniously integrated barrel offering structure and rich mouthfeel. Long aftertaste.
Ageing Potential 10+ years
Distinctions for 2022 vintageMundus Vini Spring Tasting 2024: Gold & BEST OF SHOW GREECE WHITE - Balkan IWC 2023: Double Gold
Santorini Barrel 2022 Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2024 / GOLD & BEST OF SHOW GREECE WHITE
Santorini Barrel 2022 Balkan International Wine Competition 2023 / DOUBLE GOLD
Santorini Barrel 2021 Wine Advocate / 93 POINTS
Santorini Barrel 2021 Tim Atkin Santorini Report 2023 / 92 POINTS
Santorini Barrel 2021 Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition 2022 / SILVER
Santorini Barrel 2020 Balkan International Wine Competition 2021 / GOLD